Robert E. Brown's Legacy
Robert E. Brown was an ethnomusicologist credited with coining the phrase “world music.” The idea behind Brown’s phrase was not that all kinds of music should be blended together to make a sonic stew, but that the study of music should take in the astonishing variety of the world’s traditions.
The School of Music established the Center in 2006, using a significant gift from the estate of Robert E. Brown. The gift to the University included Brown’s extensive collection of instruments from around the world. Brown’s private collection of recordings, books, paintings and artifacts were also included.
Learn more about the Center for World Music’s past activities and accomplishments.
Our programming is dependent upon grants, gifts and funds. Find out how to support our mission.
We present and host concerts, lectures and workshops, both on campus and off.
This ensemble is led by the Center’s director, Jason Finkelman
Location and Contact
Reach out with questions or suggestions. Let us know if you have an idea for an event.
Jason Finkelman, Artistic Administrator
Email: worldmusic@illinois.edu
Phone: (217) 244-0790
Address:
School of Music, MC-056
University of Illinois
1114 W. Nevada Street
Urbana, Illinois 61801